These Goat Cheese Tarts add a sophisticated touch to any summer table setting or wine and cheese party. The center filling is comprised of rich, full-bodied Joan of Arc® Goat Cheese, that pairs perfectly with dried dates, pecans and fresh garden rosemary especially when baked into a light, buttery shell. When I started blogging it…
Appetizers
A Mother’s Day Luncheon
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#SpringIntoFlavor: Sweet Potato & Spinach Birds Nests, Portobello Burgers & a Sweet Potato Sundae
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SpringIntoFlavor #CollectiveBias Spring into flavor with these quick and delicious recipes made with all natural Alexia products. I wrote recently about the ‘invisible shortcuts’ that can help make a summer themed gathering a far simpler task than it…
It’s All Greek To Me: Dakos (DAH-kohs) Greek Bruschetta
Last summer Living the Gourmet had the pleasure of participating in the blog tour for It’s All Greek to Me: Transform Your Health the Mediterranean Way with My Family’s Century-Old Recipesby Debbie Matenopolous. Throughout It’s All Greek to Me, the reader is not only introduced to a host of traditional Greek and Greece-inspired recipes, but…
An Afternoon with Martha Stewart
“I am a member of the Everywhere Society and Everywhere has provided me with compensation for this post. However, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.” Living the Gourmet had the pleasure of being invited last Sunday to Macy’s celebrated release of Martha Stewart’s new cookbook, Clean Slate: A Cookbook and Guide: Reset Your…
Wine Pairings & Hors d’Oeuvres
Across centuries, wine has been a universal ‘social language.’ Weather gracing the tables of emperors, or serving as a soothing end to a long day in the field for peasants, wine has become a part of our human experience. Today, wine is understood in a variety of terms from ‘couture gourmet’ meant to artfully convey…
Cheez-It Crusted Jalapeño Poppers & Onion Rings
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #MVCheezIt #CollectiveBias Basketball season is a big deal in my house, rife with its own bit of ritual and tradition. While I myself am largely a Sports-Agnostic, I am nonetheless surrounded by wholehearted devotees. Nevertheless, I enjoy the…
Stuffed Poblano Peppers with Mia Rosé
Thank you to Mia Wines for sponsoring this post. All opinions expressed are my own. Few trends ever make for truly good products. Some of you may be familiar with the on again off again vodka craze of several years ago, which peeked with pink vodka served in a glass assault rifles – how I…
Spring Rolls w/ Sweet & Sour Cranberries
Orange baked chicken tossed with shredded vegetables then wrapped and fried in a spring roll, makes for a different kind of comfort food. Paired with a sweet & sour fresh cranberry sauce, these spring rolls will leave you wanting more! I admit these spring rolls are not quick, though they are surprisingly easy – after…
Fresh Tomato Pizza Sliders
These pizza sliders make a great appetizer for the holiday season or as a light lunch or snack. The sauce is easy to put together and the best part is that it is all fresh. Living the Gourmet Yields 28Fresh Tomato Pizza Sliders5 minPrep Time 20 minCook Time 25 minTotal Time Save Recipe Print Recipe…
Happy Halloween
When Witches go riding and black cats are seen, the moon laughs and whispers, ’tis near Halloween. Happy Halloween all! Tonight we’re sharing a recipe that is perfect for any ghoulish party – or cozy night in scaring yourself silly with horror flicks 😉 Ever since I made this salted caramel bundt, I haven’t stopped…
Tomato Cutlet Antipasto
This is a simple, yet very delicious way to serve tomatoes; enjoy this with a nice slice of cheese; a glass of your favorite wine and a nice crusty loaf of bread. It is still warm and beautiful out. A few more nights to sit outside and enjoy a nice meal. While enjoying the last…
Make it Magnifique
From grilled cheese to grilled steak, from brunch to “burger night,” any dish goes from GOOD to GREAT to MAGNIFIQUE with the addition of the Cheeses of France. Over the past weekend, we hosted a gathering with family and friends and served a cheese platter that boasted of warmed honey Brie, Fourme d’Ambert and Raclette….
Baguettes & Crostini
From the moment the yeast began to bubble, the room filled with the aroma of fresh bread in the making, mixed with the scent of summer’s freshly fallen rain gently blowing in from the open windows. Homemade bread has been my biggest challenge in the kitchen. Perhaps it was the humidity in the air. Maybe…
Emmi’s Gruyere Cheese
“If we had planned this, it would never have happened.” The happiest moments in life are those that come unexpectedly. It’s been a long week, but Tuesday night was so enjoyable. It was night well spent with family, a friend and some delicious cheese and wine! Tuesday’s impromptu gathering was such a joy and a…
Simple Crostini
Serves 6290Simple CrostiniThese are wonderful little snakes or appetizers.5Prep Time 10Cook Time 15Total Time Save Recipe Print Recipe My Recipes My Lists My Calendar IngredientsTomato Mixture2 vine ripe tomatoes or 1 quart grape tomatoes½ red onion5 cloves of garlicHandful of fresh basilA few leaves of fresh marjoramTablespoon of sun dried tomatoesDashes of red pepper flakes¼…
Veggie & Sausage Crostini
This is so delicious you are bound to hear, “Mmmm!” Serves 6520Veggie & Sausage Crostini5Prep Time 25Cook Time 30Total Time Save Recipe Print Recipe My Recipes My Lists My Calendar Ingredients1 loaf Italian breadShredded MozzarellaGrated Romano Cheese2 small eggplants – cubed1 yellow squash – cubed½ red onion – sliced4 cloves garlic – crushed & chopped1…
